Smoothie King The Hulk™ Vanilla

Want to make the Smoothie King The Hulk™ Vanilla at home? This homemade copycat recipe uses easy ingredients you can find anywhere and tastes just like the store version. It is rich, indulgent, and perfect for bulking or treating yourself.

How I Figured Out This Recipe

When I first tried to recreate The Hulk Vanilla, it came out way too thick and cold—it was closer to ice cream than a smoothie. But the flavor was right: bananas, ice cream, and that sweet vanilla vibe.

My secret fix was turbinado sugar and milk. The sugar lifts that vanilla flavor, and the milk thins it just enough so it’s slurpable but still creamy. That combo nailed the texture and taste.

The Hulk™ Vanilla Ingredients

• 2 bananas (frozen): gives sweetness and banana flavor
• ½ cup butter pecan ice cream: this brings the creamy vanilla base
• 1 cup milk: thins the smoothie for perfect drinkability
• 2 tbsp turbinado sugar: adds sweetness and depth
• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder: gives it the muscle‑gaining punch
• ½ cup ice: chills it without watering it down

How to Make The Hulk™ Vanilla (Copycat)

1. Add pecans and milk (optional): blend until nuts are finely ground.
2. Add banana, ice cream, protein powder, sugar, and ice.
3. Blend on low, then high, until smooth and creamy.
4. Taste and fix: too thick? splash more milk. Not sweet enough? stir in a bit more sugar.

Why This Tastes Like the Smoothie King Version

• Butter pecan ice cream recreates that signature vanilla-nutty base.
• Turbinado gives that smooth, mellow sweetness like the real deal.
• Whey powder mimics their Hulk Blend for strength.
• The balance of milk, ice, and ice cream nails that in-store feel.

Easy Tips and Swaps

• For dairy-free: use plant milk and vegan vanilla ice cream.
• Want lower sugar? swap honey or stevia for turbinado.
• For vegan protein: use a plant-based protein powder.
• Add-ins: a handful of spinach blends in well for extra greens.

How to Store Your Smoothie

• 🥤 In the Fridge: Pour into a sealed container and chill for up to 24 hours. Shake or reblend before drinking.
• 🍧 In the Freezer: Freeze in ice cube trays. Reblend cubes later for a thick smoothie bowl or shake.

Nutrition Info (Per Serving about 20 oz)

• Calories: 750 kcal
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 112 g
• Fat: 32 g
• Sugar: 100 g

Note: This info is an estimate. It can change based on the protein powder and add-ins you use.

FAQs

• Q: Can I skip the ice cream?
  A: Yes, but your smoothie won’t be as rich. Try Greek yogurt or dairy-free ice cream instead!
• Q: Is it okay to use fresh bananas?
  A: Sure! Just add extra ice to keep it cold.
• Q: How many calories does this have?
  A: It’s high—around 750 kcal for a 20‑oz serving, similar to the one sold at Smoothie King

Try More Recipes:

• Smoothie King The Hulk™ Strawberry
• Smoothie King The Hulk™ Chocolate
• Smoothie King The Activator® Recovery Watermelon
• Smoothie King The Activator® Recovery Strawberry Banana